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MARYCARMEN V.

Aurora, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Experience as a nanny, school bus driver, and assisting with special needs little ones. Also, I am a Mandatory abuse reporter.
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Joliet, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Terri. I have over 23 years experience in senior care and caring for people with special needs. My Experience includes, all mobility issues, hoyer lift, specialize in Dementia/ Alzheimer's disease. Bathing and showering. Was certified to pass medication. I am caring, conscientious and kind. I have a great sense...
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Hi! I'm Lauren, I Have A Wide Range Of Care For Children And Elderly People.

Manhattan, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lauren, a caring and experienced caregiver with a lifelong passion for helping others. As a mom of four grown children, I've spent years nurturing, guiding, and supporting kids through every stage of life. In addition to raising my own family, I have professional experience in foster care, elderly care, and working with...
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I Will Treat Your Child(ren) Like My Own! Occupational Therapy Practitioner And Pro Photographer

Naperville, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Janine and I am the Mama to an amazing 14-year-old boy. I have worked with caring for, teaching, and bringing love into children's lives for about 22 years. I have been a lead teacher for 6 years (infants and toddlers), and have been a nanny for 9 different families in the past. I am an occupational therapy...
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New Lenox, IL

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and supporting families has been my passion for the past seven years. I find deep fulfillment in making a positive impact on a child's development while providing reliable, consistent care for parents. My approach is patient, calm, and creative, ensuring a safe environment for up to five children ranging from...
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Nanny Needed?

Aurora, IL

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hi everyone! My name is Emma, and I'm a Junior at North Central College in Naperville. I'm currently working as a nanny, but the family's schedule will unfortunately no longer align with my new class schedule starting in January. Beginning in January, my availability will be: • Monday & Wednesday: Open all day until 4 p.m....
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Naperville, IL

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
transportation
+ 1 more
I have extensive hands-on experience in senior care, supporting individuals with special needs, private childcare, and academic tutoring. I am deeply attentive to emotional well-being, safety, and comfort, and I take pride in creating an environment where clients feel respected, supported, and truly cared for.
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Naperville, IL

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, hola! I earned my master's in Accounting from the U.I, and alongside that I've developed extensive experience in senior care, special-needs support, childcare, tutoring, and keeping households running smoothly through thoughtful housekeeping.
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Crest Hill, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a kind, caring and patient individual. I'm available to help with childcare, adult care or pet care. I am not licensed but I'm very experienced through life. I can provide light housekeeping and prepare meals. I'm great with pets and have experience with my own children, elders, special needs and pets. I work full time...
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Joliet, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I am the second oldest of 9 in a large blended family, some siblings have special needs. I have babysat, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, tutored in various subjects, and am certified as an Early Childhood teacher. As a teacher, I taught everything from birth to 6th grade. I love to read, knit, crochet, and a variety...
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Romeoville, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Salutations, My name is Brandon, and it is a pleasure to E-meet you. I have been working with children for over 5 years now. I was a Pre-K/Lead School Age Teacher. I've always enjoyed working with children. Prior to this job, I was a teacher aide at a therapeutic day school for individuals with high functioning autism. I myself...
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Licensed CNA Caregiver

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
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New Lenox, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 20 years of experience working with and taking care of children. Prior to starting my career I babysat, and I also took care of my premature niece and I still do now. I've been working with special needs children for over 15 years.
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Plainfield, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi my name is Michelle. I am a mother of three. I have 2 boys and 1 girl, ages are 25, 20, and 18. love to spend my days with the children, reading, playing, having adventures, educational learning. I will diaper, bathe, feed, do arts and crafts, prepare meals, do laundry tidy up house, run errands, dr. Appointments, I have...
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Aurora, IL

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hi I am a mom and long time nanny. I have extensive experience with children of all ages and abilities. I look forward to caring for your child
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Aurora, IL

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi! I'm Abby. I have a Bachelor's degree in Disability and Rehabilitation Services with minors in Psychology and Family & Child Studies. I have experience supporting children, teens, and adults with a variety of needs, including individuals with disabilities. I'm compassionate, dependable, and patient, and I enjoy helping...
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Loving Mother Sharing, Love.

Crest Hill, IL

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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a mother four, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some love with others. Senior care caregiving over 15 years, Alzheimer's dementia, Parkinson special needs adults MS , ALS, paraplegic and also experience with Hoyer lift. I'd describe my personality as : Caring , loving, dependable. I like caring for...
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Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello everyone! I have been working in health care and as a nanny for the past 20 years. I have experience working with special needs children and adults, memory care for seniors and people with traumatic brain injury.
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Caring Sitter With Behavior Technician Experiences

Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am 22 years old and living in the Naperville Area. I am a Recreation Therapist and getting my Masters in Behavior Analysis. Would love to be a before-school nanny or occasional evening/night sitter while completing grad school! I'm comfortable with a variety of ages, disabilities, and complex needs.
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Manhattan, IL

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$15/hr
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lauren, a mom of four grown children with years of hands-on and professional caregiving experience. I've worked in foster care, elderly care, and with children of all ages, including those with autism, special needs, and twins. I'm patient, reliable, and attentive, and I truly enjoy creating a safe, calm, and positive...
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